Virtual Village
STRONG FOUNDATIONS
(UCASS) is looking to fill an essential role in exercising a virtual safe space that also provides a security blanket with our (Virtual Out Patient Therapy Program).
Specialized Services for Law Enforcement
Policing is known to be one of the most stressful positions for any human being - especially when the pressure is on and the clock is ticking. Are you wondering on how you can minimize your Officers stress factor while increasing their overall productivity in the field?
Police departments do not sell anything for profit, and they do not manufacture anything. Police departments provide a public service therefore, their stress levels inside and outside the field are very important. Anyone worth their salt knows that the company workforce is their single most important asset. No workers = No workforce.
Relax. We've got you covered.
Our programs seek to address the individual addiction needs of your officials and restore the health and stability that substance abuse has taken away, The purpose of this program is to effectively treat officers in need and prepare them to return to the communities they have pledged to Protect and Serve.
What we can do for you.
OUTPATIENT THERAPY
The outpatient client will be assigned a substance abuse counselor. Virtually, the case manager or counselor will work with the client to understand their disease and/or addiction and how it manifests in their lives. Finally, the counselor will use the evaluation to find a solution that addresses the client's issues.
A CUSTOMIZED THERAPY APPROACH
The client will be required to attend virtual group sessions as well as individual sessions. Additionally, our staff psychiatrist will make on evaluation of the client's condition. If it is determined that the client needs additional services, the client will be assigned more support to address their mental health issues.
EACH CLIENT IS DIFFERENT
We create an Individual Service Plan (ISP) that addresses the individual, their goals, and their objective. First, we work to stabilize the client and then work on finding solutions to problems that may continue to cause the disease/addiction.
Trusted Staff. Every time.
THE HELP YOU NEED
In addition to our outpatient therapy, our counselors reach out and seek to support clients in their home environment. We assign clients to a substance abuse counselor and provide resources such as self-help groups that will help guide them to a full recovery.
QUALIFIED COUNSELORS
Each counselor must have 2 or more years of experience before we assign them to a client. All our licensed counselors follow all the procedures as required by the State of Virginia,
Whatever the job, we can help.
Signs and Symptoms of Addiction and PTSD In Law Enforcement
There are a variety of signs to watch for that your loved ones in police enforcement could be going through PTSD or addiction. Some of these symptoms are normal to experience after a stressful situation, but they become of concern when they go untreated.
Excessive drug or alcohol use
Alcohol and drug abuse are common for those who experience PTSD, and are signs that could develop into an addiction. Drug abuse can often reach the point of dependency where any attempt to withdraw can cause harm. Those who abuse alcohol tend to regularly experience blackouts and hangovers, and often use it to cope with their traumatic experiences.
Inability to feel happiness
Losing pleasure in activities that once brought happiness is common for those who experience PTSD or addiction. This can often be as severe as isolating themselves from others or as simple as having difficulty feeling joy as they spend time with friends and family.
Feelings of unrest
After returning home, police officers who recently witnessed a traumatic event might be unable to sleep well as a result of the vivid memories. When this becomes a daily occurrence it could lead to many choosing to self-medicate with alcohol or drugs in order to get some rest, ultimately leading to addiction that causes more harm.
Shift in mood
Your loved one might start to experience feelings of aggression or irritability as they talk to others. This could also include mentions of feeling trapped or having no hope in the future, which is often a result of a shift in mood.
Violent behavior
Experiencing call after call of traumatizing events could lead many to start taking risk-taking behavior which could be indicative of future violent behavior, which could in turn lead to police brutality if not adequately addressed.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP) for Substance Abuse
Intensive Outpatient Treatment (10P) offers flexible daytime or evening schedules. UCASS lOP's meet several times a week for sessions lasting a few hours, but decrease in frequency as treatment milestones are met.
With a virtual intensive outpatient rehab, police officers have the support of counselors and treatment peers as they handle the daily challenges of recovery. The length of treatment depends on an individual's progress as they advance through treatment at a pace based on their specific needs.
We give intensive treatment in the least restrictive settings possible, preventing hospitalization of those suffering from depression, PTSD, and other mental health disorders that are either the underlying causes of substance abuse or were caused by addiction.
10Ps address the needs of the individual by providing:
- Traditional group psychotherapy
- Skills training
- Counseling
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Couples or family therapy
- Support groups
- 12-step meetings
Intensive Outpatient Program Advantages
An Intensive Outpatient Program (10P) is recommended to transition a police officer who is in inpatient recovery, and in some cases it is done in a group setting. As a virtual outpatient, the officer can have 10P sessions at home and other safe spaces or in a sober environment to reinforce their recent sobriety while adapting to a newly found, sober lifestyle.
Many officers can maintain their normal commitment to family and work while doing an 10P. The process can be flexible with out virtual 10P with the length of the 10P participation being decided between the officer and treatment professionals.